Our page Long Sleeves brings together our tips for choosing a men's long sleeve t-shirt: crew neck, tunisian collar or henley, waffle knit, pocket t-shirt, made from thick cotton or lightweight jersey, to be worn alone in mid-season or as a base layer under an open shirt or a sweater.
The item that connects the seasons.
The long-sleeved t-shirt takes over from the classic t-shirt as evenings get cooler. Alone, it’s enough for spring and autumn; in winter, it becomes a base layer under an open shirt, a shacket, a sweatshirt or a jacket. It can be worn with jeans, chinos or cargo pants, tucked in or not. Its simplicity makes it a staple piece, usually chosen for its neckline and fabric.
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The round neckline, the most versatile, goes under anything. The henley or Tunisian collar, with a small buttoned placket, takes inspiration from workwear and the shirts worn by English rowers in Henley: it adds a smarter look. The waffle fabric, with small raised squares, traps air and retains heat, in an outdoor spirit. The chest pocket t-shirt adds a practical touch. Graphic prints, on the chest or sleeves, define streetwear styles.
The fitted cut is worn as a base layer, the straight cut stands alone, and the oversized cut, with dropped shoulders, is for a relaxed style. The heavy cotton, with a high weight, holds its shape well and ages without deforming; lightweight jersey, more flexible, is great for layering. Organic cotton offers a more responsible alternative. Sleeves should reach the wrist without going beyond it. Wash your t-shirts at thirty degrees, inside out, and dry them flat to prevent distortion.
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The round neck, simple and neat, goes under everything, whether a shirt or a sweatshirt. The Tunisian neck, or henley, opens with a short buttoned placket that gives a more relaxed look and is often worn alone with a slightly open neck.
As a base layer, stick to your usual size with a fitted cut to avoid wrinkles under a shirt or sweatshirt. Sleeves should reach the wrist without riding up when you stretch your arms.
Heavy cotton keeps you warm and holds its shape, ideal worn alone in spring and autumn. Lightweight jersey, thinner and more flexible, slides easily without bulk under an open shirt or jumper.
Wash it at thirty degrees, inside out, and avoid the tumble dryer, which is the main cause of cotton shrinkage. Dry it flat or on a hanger to keep the sleeves at their length.
On its own, it pairs with jeans, chinos or cargo pants in the mid-season. In winter, it becomes the base of a layered outfit under a shacket or jacket; a textured knit adds character to a simple outfit.